Behara Shai
Behara Shai is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Behara Shai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kusumpur is the gram panchayat of Behara Shai village.
Here you can discover what makes Behara Shai unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Behara Shai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Behara Shai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behara Shai is 343497. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721135. Kharagpur is nearest town to Behara Shai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Behara Shai
Population of Behara Shai
According to the 2011 Census, Behara Shai has a total population of about 385, with approximately 203 males and 182 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 130 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.74%, with male literacy at about 83.74% and female literacy near 75.27%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Behara Shai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 203 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 307 | 170 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 33 | 45 |
Connectivity of Behara Shai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behara Shai. As per the 2011 stats, Behara Shai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Behara Shai
Knowing the nearby villages of Behara Shai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behara Shai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Behara Shai
- Where is Behara Shai located?
- Behara Shai village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Behara Shai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Behara Shai is Kusumpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Behara Shai?
- The pincode of Behara Shai is 721135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Behara Shai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behara Shai is 385, with 203 males and 182 females.
- How many households are there in Behara Shai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Behara Shai village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Behara Shai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behara Shai is 79.74%. The male literacy rate is 83.74%, while the female literacy rate is 75.27%.